Mary-Elizabeth Dean

Mary-Elizabeth (McNamara) Dean is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in curriculum and instruction, currently serving as the Senior Program Manager at Open English since May 2016. In this role, Mary-Elizabeth leads a team dedicated to enhancing online learning experiences and optimizing learner engagement while aligning educational objectives with business goals. Prior to this, Mary-Elizabeth held the position of Program Manager of Curriculum and Instruction at Open English, where project management and curriculum development were essential responsibilities across multiple languages. Mary-Elizabeth's career began as a Curriculum Specialist, specializing in e-learning instructional materials. Additionally, experience as a Language Trainer and Course Integration Coordinator for NATIVES GmbH & Co KG involved working with high-level corporate employees to address language training needs. Mary-Elizabeth holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and Linguistics from Florida Atlantic University, as well as an Associate of Arts degree in Foreign Language Teacher Education.